Cookie Policy
Last updated: 1 February 2026
In Brief
We use cookies to make SENScribe work and to understand how you use our site. We only use analytics cookies with your consent. You can change your preferences at any time.
Note: Student names are processed entirely in your browser using temporary in-memory storage - they are never stored in cookies or transmitted to our servers.
3. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for SENScribe to work. Without them, you would not be able to log in or use the service. We do not need your consent for these cookies because they are strictly necessary.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| better-auth.session_token | Keeps you logged in after authentication | 30 days | First-party |
| better-auth.session_data | Stores session information securely | 30 days | First-party |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year | First-party |
| __Host-csrf | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks (HTTPS only) | Session | First-party |
Legal Basis: These cookies are exempt from consent requirements under the ePrivacy Directive because they are strictly necessary to provide the service you have requested.
4. Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve SENScribe and measure the effectiveness of our content.
⚠️ Consent Required
We only set analytics cookies if you give us your consent. You can accept or reject these cookies when you first visit our site.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state for Google Analytics 4 | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
What We Learn From Analytics
- How many people visit our site
- Which pages are most popular
- How visitors found us (e.g., search engines, direct links)
- General geographic location (country level)
- What devices and browsers are used
What We Do NOT Collect
- Your name or email address
- Any student information
- Your precise location
- Any information that personally identifies you
5. Third-Party Cookies
The only third-party cookies on SENScribe are from Google Analytics. We do not use any other third-party services that set cookies.
Google Analytics
Google processes this data on our behalf. Google's privacy policy can be found at: policies.google.com/privacy
You can opt out of Google Analytics across all websites using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Your Consent
When you first visit SENScribe, we show you a cookie banner asking for your consent to use analytics cookies. You can:
- Accept: Analytics cookies will be set
- Reject: Only strictly necessary cookies will be used
Changing Your Mind
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clearing your browser cookies (this will reset your consent)
- Using your browser settings to block specific cookies
- Using the Google Analytics opt-out tool
What Happens Without Consent
If you reject analytics cookies, SENScribe will work exactly the same. You won't notice any difference. We simply won't be able to collect anonymous usage statistics.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we make changes:
- We will update the "Last updated" date at the top
- If we add new types of cookies that require consent, we will ask for your consent again
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
For more information about how we handle your personal data, see our Privacy Policy.